Production Lead I

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We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

Established in 1943, the SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry. We produce a complete line of products for many different market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending and the transportation industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on the sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities our company offers to customers throughout the United States. Please visit http://www.skfoodgroup.com for more information. 

We are looking for a Production Lead I to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. 

POSITION SPECIFICS

Reports To:          Manufacturing Supervisor          

FLSA Status:        Hourly          

ROLE

SUMMARY 

Oversee basic aspects of the production line operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Assembly Floor:

• Work on the line in a position where all other line associates may be monitored/directed
• Ensure staffing levels and throughput levels are achieved/ maintained.
• Ensure adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) by all associates.
• Train associates to be proficient in multiple positions.
• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings with all associates.
• Rotate associates for cross-training throughout the shift.
• Help complete Incident Reports and participate in accident investigation as needed.
• Identify production issues – resolve or escalate as needed.
• Review Production specifications to assure correct components are brought to line and when components are out of compliance initiate a non-conformance process with Production Supervisor.
• Review label information requirements in order to validate and sign off on correct information by SKU
• Rework product that does not meet specifications but still available for reworking.
• Work with AVT technician (Actual versus theoretical) review paperwork to understand when component porting is out of compliance
• Monitor Units per Minute measurements against targets in RedZone to assure production line is meeting expectations around throughput.

Packaging: 

• Read Packaging specifications to determine pallet configuration (stacking) and confirm stacking meets expectations.

ERP / OEE system:

• Facilitate proper use of OEE (Redzone) Tablet to include: 
  • Starting a shift, monitoring hourly metrics, assigning problem codes, sending chats 

Miscellaneous: 

• Ensure products are built properly per customer standards.
• Notify Quality Assurance if any foreign objects are found on the components during the production run.
• Coach Production Line Workers on assigned line.
• Able to implement SK Food Group Emergency Action Plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

No supervisory responsibilities for this level.   Coaches and motivates team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent and manufacturing environment experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

None.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Possess an understanding of SK Food Group fundamentals: Principles, Mission, Counseling process, Attendance and Basic benefits.
• Full understanding of floor operations to include:
  • Component delivery, Product specs, Label Verifications, Non-Conformance, Rework, Actual versus theoretical process and Units per minute measurements and targets
• Must successfully complete SK Lean 101 course. Start SK Lean certification training program.
• Basic understanding of slicing equipment to participate in assembly and troubleshooting.

• Good knowledge of the components and the product line.

• Good knowledge of product specifications, pallet configuration and product placements. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime, as necessary.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook and Excel specifically) is required.  

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.   The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and frequently push or pull over 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and extreme cold (non-weather).  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

REQUIRED TRAINING

This position requires training on Good Manufacturing Practices critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency. Training is also required 

on how to identify food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, sanitation and cleanliness of the lines, etc., critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.

Benefits:

SK Food Group provides competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits including programs that provide for your health and welfare, help you prepare for retirement and truly enable you to balance your work and family life.